HOLLYWOOD—On November 29, the Los Angeles Police Department reported that detectives are seeking two men involved in two separate burglary incidents; both incidents were recorded by on-site security cameras.
Detectives are additionally requesting the public’s assistance in locating the two unidentified individuals, who are believed to have robbed two banks in the Hollywood and West Valley areas.
The first incident occurred at some point between November 13 at 7:15 p.m. and November 15 at 8:15 a.m. at the Bank of America on the 18300 block of Ventura Boulevard. The two men reportedly forced open the front door, entered, ransacked the bank and left with property including money.
In the second incident, the suspects burglarized another Bank of America in Hollywood, at some point between November 20 at 4:10 p.m. and November 22 at 8 a.m. The men forced open the door of the bank on the 4900 block of Melrose Avenue, which they also entered, ransacked and stole property from, then left the scene in a white four-door car.
The burglary suspects are believed to be male, black and about 5 feet and 11 inches to 6 feet tall. Both are approximately 160 to 175 pounds and about 50 years old.
Those with further information on these incidents and these suspects may contact LAPD Hollywood detectives at 213-972-2967. Calls made after hours or on weekends may be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS(1-800-222-8477). To use Crimestoppers’ cell phone texting option, text to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most cellular keypads). All text messages need to begin with “LAPD.” Tipsters may also visit LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the instructions.
